YMCA Programming (Sunshine Coast)

We are thrilled to add an element of outdoor adventure to our Sunshine Coast Fiddle Camp. Operating out of YMCA Camp Elphinstone on BC’s beautiful Sunshine Coast, the Outdoor Education program offers 144 acres of oceanfront property, with natural rainforest, quiet creeks and a rocky shoreline. All programs are led by highly qualified YMCA staff.

Marine & Creek Nature Studies

Class Time: 11:00 am, All ages welcome.

Hutchinson Creek Study– through sensory and interactive games participants explore flora & fauna of our Salmon run estuary.Human Marine Impact- participants explore the impacts that individuals and industry can have on marine ecosystems through hands on exploration of camp’s Howe Sound shoreline. Marine Beach Study- focused on marine wildlife of the Sunshine Coast, explore living creatures on camp’s shoreline through sensory and interactive games.

Forest Survival Skills

Class Time: 1:00 pm, all ages welcome

No Trace Shelter Building:participants learn to create rain and wind-proof shelters No Trace Fire Building:participants build and light a small campfire designed for different survival situations using “No Trace” practices Wild Edibles: participants are led on a search for various edible elements of this region Orienteering:using map and compass, participants complete a scavenger hunt

Nature Play for Kids

Class Time: 3:00 PM, ages 5-12

A combination of games and guided activities geared towards kids, such as...Predator vs. Prey: participants experience the interdependence of animals through role-play Fishing: join us on the dock as we provide a stick, line and hook for participants to make their own fishing rod Forest Study: focusing on sensory awareness and exploration, participants experience forest ecology through active nature connection games Team Building Activities: participants focus on conflict resolution, communication, decision-making and problem-solving through cooperative activities that build confidence, teamwork, and trust Supervised Free Play in the forest or on the beach

Outdoor Adventure: Archery & Low Ropes

Class Time: 11:00 am, all ages welcome

Archery: focusing on skill development and personal accomplishment, participants learn proper technique and handling of equipment through instruction, practice and games. No previous experience required.​Low Ropes: focusing on cooperation, communication, leadership, initiative, and trust, participants problem-solve group challenges to reach a common goal. No previous experience required.

Outdoor Adventure: Canoes & Kayaks

Class Time: 3:00 pm, ages 10+ up

Canoeing: learn basic canoe skills through practice and games in Howe Sound

Voyageur/War Canoe: learn basic skills in a 10-16 person canoe and apply learning through practice and games in Howe Sound​Kayaking: in beginner ocean kayaks, participants learn the skills necessary to safely enter, exit and manoeuvre their boat and apply learning through practice and games in Howe Sound